December 16, 1730 – On this day, Diego Silang was born and the world was graced.
Diego Silang was a Filipino revolutionary leader who conspired with British forces to overthrow Spanish rule in the northern Philippines and establish an independent Ilocano state. His revolt was fueled by grievances stemming from Spanish taxation and abuses, and by his belief in self-government, that the administration and leadership of the Roman Catholic Church and government in the Ilocos be invested in trained Ilocano officials. He met an Itneg woman with the name of Gabriela Cariño. He married her and raised a family in the Ilocos Province.
In celebration of the birthday of Diego Silang, Amazing Grace is cospalying as the brave Filipino hero.
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